Isle of Man Guide

Noble's Park

Open:	May - Sept: Daily, 10am - 5pm
Disabled:	Access
Location:	Douglas
Parking:	Ample, close by in Car Park

History

The park was given to Douglas Corporation by the Noble Trustees in April 1909. One of the many good works done for the Island with the money of Henry Bloom Noble, who died in 1903.

The park had an extensive makeover, which included the newly built Noble's Pavilion. Built at a cost of 2 million pounds, the modern leisure complex features a 1500 sq ft restaurant on the ground level, which opens unto an extensive terrace and landscape garden. The first floor is a 1,273 community room with kitchen and balcony for private hire. Also included at the complex are changing rooms, showers, toilets, lockers as well as offical rooms.

The centenary bandstand, which was previously located at the Villa Marina has moved next to the leisure centre.

Location

In Upper Douglas, near the TT Grandstand just off Glencrutchery Road.

By Vehicle:
Travel to Douglas and then along the sea front, turn onto Broadway and then at the road split take the right road (Ballaquayle Road). At the next main road turn right onto Glencrutchery Road, which will shortly lead to the Grandstand. There is also Parking in Noble's on St Ninians Road right turn off Ballaquayle Road, when following instructions as above.

By Bus:
Douglas can be reached using most main bus routes: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6, as well as many other minor routes. On the island most routes lead to or from Douglas. From the promenade follow the route taken by vehicles above or take a bus going to Willaston.

By Railway:
By Electric Railway, take the trams heading to Douglas. Then walk along the Promenade following the route taken by vehicles above (about a 20 minute walk) or take a bus going to Willaston.

By Steam Railway, take the train to Douglas and then walk along the Promenade following the route taken by vehicles above (about a 20 minute walk) or take a bus going to Willaston.

Site

Tennis Courts

Netball Courts

Bowling Greens

Children's Play Ground

Tot Lot (under 8) Play Ground

Playing Fields

Skatepark

BMX Track

Cafe

Community Private Hire Room

Changing Rooms, Showers, Toilets

Visiting Noble's Park

A beautiful and well maintained park, set between Douglas and Onchan. Children and adults will find the open fields well worth a visit. There are paved paths throughout the park, making access easy. Limited parking is available on site, but most of the roads around the park offer parking.

The younger children's play area has a large selection of modern play equipment designed for younger children. The area is completely enclosed making it a safe place to play. There are bicycles, small cars, scooters, etc available for all children as well as a dedicated path for them to really enjoy their wheels!

Events Dates: Friday 18 June 2010 Description: Manx Telecom Bay Festival (Friday night). JLS with special guests The Saturdays and Lemar. JLS will be performing a full production show complete with backing dancers, stunning light show, special stage effects and video screens. Nobles park, Douglas. Dates: Friday 18 June 2010 - Sunday 20 June 2010 Description: Manx Telecom Bay Festival. The Isle of Man Bay Festival will take place at Nobles Park, Douglas. For the latest information, news, line up and to purchase tickets please go to the official Festival website www.bayfestival.im, http://www.isle-of-man-bay-festival.com. Dates: Saturday 19 June 2010 Description: Manx Telecom Bay Festival (Saturday). Spandau Ballet will headline the night, supported by Calvin Harris, The Coronas, Diversity, The Feeling and the winner of the next Isle of Man Battle of the Bands competition. Notching up the tempo will be North London musician and DJ Ironik. Blending a variety of genres from R&B, Grime, Pop and Hip Hop. The entertainment will begin at 4pm. Please telephone 600600 for bookings. Nobles Park, Douglas. Event information supplied by the Isle of Man Department of Tourism & Leisure (01624 686766)